Social change and development
Positive social change and equitable & sustainable development shall work as vehicles of the betterment and progressiveness of Pakistani society ensuring well-being, empowerment, and inclusive participation of all its citizens.
Climate change and ecosystems
Pakistan faces significant challenges and adverse effects due to climate change, posing threats to its ecosystems and overall environmental stability. These include rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, glacial retreat, glacial
Regional geoeconomics including CPEC and BRI
Geoeconomics presents the interface between economics and geopolitics, where factors related to trade and economy influence and are influenced by geopolitical considerations. Understanding the emerging geoeconomics in Pakistan and the
Media and governance
Pakistani media and journalists have a vital role to play in supporting a transparent, accountable, and participatory democracy that upholds freedom of expression, promotes public interest, and ensures the responsible
Conflict and peace studies
From the outset, Pakistan has been mired with various internal and inter-state conflicts and strife. Besides their direct human cost, these conflicts have also been negatively impacting development and stability